Kalawao County HI in Hawaii faces flash flooding / hurricane risk across its 12 square mile area. Kalaupapa serves this smallest US county the historic leprosy settlement on Molokai's north coast. Kalawao serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.
// Preparedness Recommendations
- Evacuation routes inland should be identified in advance.
- Store at least 72 hours of food and water.
- Elevate critical belongings above flood level.
- Have backup power ready in case of grid failure.
// Recommended Supplies
Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 7 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Flash Flooding / Hurricane |
| Secondary Hazard | Tsunami |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 8 |
| Last Major Event | 2018 Hurricane Lane |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (808) 567-6040 |
| Emergency Shelters | 3 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Kalawao County HI |
| State | Hawaii (HI) |
| Population | 86 |
| Area | 12 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |